Finding a Great Summer Internship

For many of us, the thought of applying for our dream summer internship or first professional position can feel overwhelming. We wonder if our resume is just right, or if we will be able to effectively answer the phone interview questions. As with many of the items that our blog has covered so far, preparation is key!

  

Remember that the job application process is more than just the interview or the resume. It is important to focus on and prepare for all of these stages:   

• Networking
• Resume
• Application and Cover Letters
• Interview
• Interview Follow-Up
• Job/Internship Performance

Another key to success with your resume, cover letters and interviews is knowing what skills, assets and experiences you uniquely bring to the position. Spend some time reflecting upon how you describe yourself, your education and your experiences. Perhaps you have been president of a student organization on campus. What did you specifically accomplish? What did you learn through the experience?

Need some assistance? A great place to start is with the Delta Zeta Job Guide found on Delta Zeta Metro > JobBound Video. Brad Karsh and his team at JobBound put together this resource specifically for Delta Zeta. The Guide will take you step by step through the job application as well as share tips for success in your first position. Also found in the JobBound Video Container on Metro are training videos on subjects ranging from dressing for success to the career fair. Finally, review the free resources that JobBound has available on their website.

Your college/university’s Career Services office can also be of great assistance to you during this process. Most likely they will have listings of internships or jobs available as well as offering mock interviews and resume reviews.

Share Your Tips. Delta Zetas who have previously gone through this process or who are in professional positions in charge of hiring, what other tips or resources would you share? What key interview skills should Delta Zeta collegians brush up on? What information do you like to see in a cover letter? Share your thoughts in the comments on this blog or on Twitter using the hashtag #DeltaZeta.